Chapter 50 A Warmth He Couldn't Resist

Upstairs, Samuel put his phone aside. His warm breath brushed Madeline's neck, sending a faint shiver across her skin. Madeline couldn't help tucking in her chin and shifting away from his scorching breath. A faint blush rose across her cheeks. "Stop." Samuel pressed closer, tightening his arm as he drew her in. His voice dropped low. "Stay a little longer." He didn't want to let go of her hand or disturb the rare quiet between them. Ever since Madeline came into his life, his guarded heart had begun to thaw. A warmth spread through him, and he found himself craving it more than he ever expected. Madeline tried to pull her hand away, but he wouldn't let go. In the end, she had no choice but to give in. The room remained quiet. Sunlight slipped through a gap in the curtains, scattering soft shadows across the floor. Their heartbeats gradually fell into the same rhythm. Then, the butler's voice drifted up from downstairs. "Mr. Jameson, Ms. Jillard, lunch is ready." Only then did